Ex Virginia Lt. Gov Justin Fairfax
Posed With ‘Disarm Abusers’ Poster …
Revealed
Former Virginia Lt. Gov. Justin Fairfax rallied round gun regulation — and even proudly held up a “disarm abusers” signal — years earlier than he shot his spouse, after which himself, in an obvious murder-suicide … TMZ has discovered.
Take a look at the photograph — the now-deceased politician is smiling alongside gun violence survivor Kate Ranta and her younger son whereas posing with the pointed signal the minor made.
You possibly can see the signal’s intentions loud and clear — it is taking intention on the Nationwide Rifle Affiliation whereas standing up for ladies’s rights and elevating consciousness for individuals who die by gun violence at residence.
The snapshot was taken in October 2017 at a rally exterior the NRA headquarters in Fairfax, Virginia … the place Ranta spoke about her husband almost ending her life with a gun and advocated for gun laws.
So, it is fairly ironic — and disturbing — to see Fairfax proudly supporting her … simply to allegedly flip a gun on his spouse, Cerina, after which himself, of their Annandale, Virginia residence.
We informed you all about it — the couple’s teenage son dialed 911 early Thursday morning to report Cerina was mendacity on the bottom of their basement with holes in her shirt. The incident was initially considered a stabbing.
Justin’s physique was later discovered within the bed room with a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the pinnacle. Police say Justin pulled the gun on Cerina earlier than killing himself.
Now, we’re conscious the couple was in the course of a divorce whereas nonetheless residing collectively. Although it wasn’t fairly — in court docket paperwork obtained by TMZ, Cerina claimed he was not paying their mortgage or offering help for his or her youngsters.
Cerina filed for divorce on July 18, 2025. They share 2 youngsters — Cameron and Carys — who survive them.
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